I love Oaxaca cheese because you can make quesadillas, queso, dip, etc. Down below I’m going to share 25 of my favorite Oaxaca cheese recipes!
Oaxaca cheese is a traditional Mexican cheese that originates from the state of Oaxaca. It is a semi-soft, stringy cheese with a mild and slightly salty flavor.
It is commonly used in Mexican cuisine, especially in dishes like quesadillas, enchiladas, and chiles rellenos. Now let’s get into these delicious recipes!
1. Mexican Tuna Melt
Get ready for a delicious variation of a popular sandwich! This Mexican tuna melt with Oaxaca cheese combines flavorful tuna with Mexican spices, melted Oaxaca cheese, and toasted bread for a satisfying meal.
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2. Queso Fundido
Queso Fundido is a tasty and gooey cheese dip mixed with spicy Mexican chorizo and poblano peppers. This zesty appetizer is sure to be a hit!
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3. White Chicken Enchiladas
These white chicken enchiladas are a yummy dish made with soft flour tortillas, shredded chicken, green chiles, and a scrumptious layer of Oaxaca cheese on top!
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4. Birria Tacos with Consomme
These birria tacos with consommé are a mouthwatering treat consisting of tender, slow-cooked beef that easily pulls apart, coated in a flavorful adobo sauce.
The tacos are then panfried with Oaxaca cheese until they become perfectly crispy. To enhance the taste even more, each taco is dipped into a delicious broth, creating the ultimate Mexican comfort food experience.
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5. Queso Fundido with Chorizo
This queso fundido recipe is an ideal addition to Cinco de Mayo celebration! It features Mexican chorizo, onion, and garlic, combined with melted Oaxaca cheese, resulting in a tasty and simple appetizer.
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6. Queso Blanco
If you’re a fan of Chipotle queso, you’ll absolutely love this recipe for homemade queso blanco dip! It includes three different types of cheese, along with a generous amount of cream and green chiles, creating a spicy and creamy dip that’s incredibly delicious.
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7. Smoked Pork Chops with Oaxaca Cheese
This recipe is prepared using a smoker at a low and slow cooking method, but if you don’t have a smoker, there’s another grilling option as well.
These pork chops are butterflied and filled with shredded Oaxaca cheese and roasted green chile strips, resulting in a combination of cheesy, spicy, smoky, and juicy flavors.
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8. Cheesy Oaxaca Black Bean Dip
This tasty bean dip with melted cheese is incredibly simple to prepare and goes well when wrapped in a corn tortilla or enjoyed with tortilla chips.
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9. Oaxaca Chorizo Grilled Cheese
If you’re a fan of queso Oaxaca cheese, you’ll definitely want to give this delicious variation of a grilled cheese sandwich a try. It’s a delightful blend of indulgence and comfort.
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10. Avocado Black Bean Quesadilla
Creamy avocados and flavorful black beans go together perfectly. Simply load them onto a quesadilla, add Oaxaca cheese, and you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in no time!
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11. Beef and Oaxaca Tacos
Minced cube steak is seasoned with cumin, lime juice, and freshly ground pequin peppers. It’s then cooked on a flat griddle alongside sofrito and creamy Oaxaca cheese. I just love this recipe!
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12. Potato Tacos Dorados with Oaxaca Cheese
These potato tacos dorados with Oaxaca cheese are loaded with flavor and super easy to put together! This is one of my favorite recipes!
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13. Oaxaca Cheese Recipe
Oaxaca cheese made from scratch! You definitely have to make this one!
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14. Green Chile and Cheese Hominy Casserole
Cheesy, creamy, and comforting! What more can you ask for? This recipe is made with green chiles, garlic, spices, and lot’s of cheese!
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15. Birria Pizza
Want to make a scrumptious dish with your leftover birria? Try making a super cheesy birria pizza! Start with a classic chewy pizza crust brushed with melted garlic butter, then add juicy beef birria, flavorful consommé, and lots of Oaxaca cheese on top.
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16. Oaxacan Steak Quesadillas
These Oaxacan steak quesadillas are packed with flavor and so much better than the ones you get at restaurants! All you need is a few ingredients.
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17. Cheesy Salvadoran Pupusas with Chorizo
If you haven’t tried Salvadoran pupusas before, get ready for a truly delightful treat. These crispy corn flatbreads are filled with melted Oaxaca cheese and spicy chorizo.
They are pan-fried until irresistibly crispy and served with a simple slaw. It may be simple, but the taste is absolutely delicious.
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18. Smoky Mushroom Oaxaca Quesadillas
These smoky mushroom Oaxaca quesadillas are perfect for Vegetarians! Although, I’m not a vegetarian and I still love them! They’re super delicious and very easy to put together.
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19. Chorizo Stuffed Poblano Peppers
These stuffed poblano peppers are filled with spicy chorizo, black beans, sweet corn, and Oaxaca cheese. They are baked in a tasty tomato sauce, resulting in a flavorful dish. If you’re searching for a unique variation of stuffed peppers, this is the perfect choice!
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20. Oaxaca Cheese and Beef Tamale Bites
The ultimate appetizer! These Oaxaca cheese and beef tamale bites are insanely delicious.
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21. Migas
These migas are incredibly tasty! The crispy tortilla strips, scrambled eggs, and melted cheese are seasoned with onion and bell pepper, creating a fresh and homemade dish that is perfectly balanced and surprisingly easy to make.
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22. Bean and Cheese Molletes
These bean and cheese molletes are the best I’ve ever had! You need to try these asap. They are so so good and require minimal ingredients.
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23. Squash Blossom Quesadillas
This Mexican favorite, squash blossom quesadillas – known as “quesadillas de flor de calabazas” – are filled with sautéed summer squash blossoms, garlic, onion, and Oaxaca cheese.
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24. Puff Pastry Bites with Oaxaca Cheese
These quick and delicious appetizers are made with puff pastry and filled with Oaxaca cheese, pistachios, and hot honey, creating a burst of flavors.
They can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making them perfect for any gathering.
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25. Chicken Alambre
Chicken Alambre is a tasty dish made with seasoned marinated chicken cooked alongside fresh chorizo, bacon, onions, and peppers.
The flavorful mixture is then filled into a tortilla and topped with Oaxaca cheese, cilantro, and avocado for added deliciousness.
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Tried any of these Oaxaca cheese recipes? Please leave a star rating in the recipe card below and/or a review in the comments section further down the page.
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